Head of Value Realization Office (VRO) Portfolio and Programme Management

Aon Corporation•Chicago, IL

11d•$275,000 - $350,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Are you ready to lead strategic value delivery across Aon? Want to shape global investment priorities while driving measurable impact? Step into a role where your leadership fuels transformation! This is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work both virtually and from our Chicago or New York office. Aon is in the business of better decisions At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

Requirements

Exceptional communication skills, including executive-level presentations.
Strong senior stakeholder engagement and influencing capabilities.
Extensive experience in portfolio and programme management within global, complex environments.
Analytical, structured and able to convert insights into clear decision frameworks.
Proficiency with Jira, Apptio, MS Project, Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a global team of VRO Portfolio Leaders, ensuring strong stakeholder engagement and accountability for value delivery.
Oversee programme and portfolio financial management, ensuring effective use of prescribed systems.
Align ABS initiatives and investments to business strategy and expected ROI.
Challenge prioritization decisions using demand, capacity and performance insights.
Drive adherence to VRO stage gate processes from ideation to value realization.
Establish KPIs, measures and benefits tracking frameworks with stakeholders.
Ensure transparent reporting of delivery progress, risks and value outcomes.
Lead programme governance rhythms, ensuring consistent reporting standards and proactive resource planning.
Promote continuous improvement, leveraging Jira, Apptio, PPO and automation opportunities.
Manage overall VRO opex budget and hold leaders accountable for financial accuracy.
Lead workforce planning, ensuring flexible access to skilled talent across portfolios.

Benefits

comprehensive benefits package
inclusive workforce
agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance
two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year
variety of working style solutions
continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow
401(k) savings plan with employer contributions
employee stock purchase plan
consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon’s discretion
medical, dental and vision insurance
paid time off at the discretion of the employee and management in accordance with company policy and practices
Various other types of leaves of absence
paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws
short-term disability and optional long-term disability
health savings account
health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts
employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance
optional personal insurance policies
adoption assistance
tuition assistance
commuter benefits
employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions